Our Prada expert helps us emerge unscathed from a minefield of knockoffs, showing us detailed picture of the luxurious details that make a handbag authentic. Read on if you suspect that your bag (or your friend's) might be fake.

If you have to ask how much the Hermès Birkin is, you probably can’t afford it…or can you? Our shopping detectives have summarized the ultimate price list so you can assess if you’re ready to invest in this iconic handbag.

Some designer shoes cost more than your monthly mortgage, but are they really worth it? We asked our style spies to walk in some expensive pairs for at least 6 months so we can tell you which styles you should invest in, and which ones you should ignore.

If you are spending hundreds of dollars on a pair of heels, you should be able to walk and stand in them for long periods of time. We have asked the experts to determine which designer shoes are most comfortable shoes for specific foot types. See which glass slippers fit you.